Fifty Miles of Good Road: The World of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice: A Journey Through the Filming Locations of the Beloved BBC 1995 Miniseries

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by Oona & Richard Linnett

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Step inside the world of the 1995 Pride and Prejudice and visit the real places that brought the beloved BBC series to life. This book takes you to the houses, villages and landscapes you can actually explore today, from Longbourn and Meryton to Derbyshire and Pemberley. Whether you're planning your own Austen-inspired trip or travelling from the comfort of home, this is one of the most detailed companions available to the real settings behind the classic adaptation. Join Oona and Richard Linnett on their unforgettable Pride and Prejudice road trip as they travel across England visiting the most iconic and accessible settings from the 1995 BBC classic. With warmth, humour and a deep affection for Austen, they guide you through the real places that brought the story to life and help you retrace their steps or plan your own adventure. From the pond where Darcy emerges in his famous wet shirt, to the grandeur of his estate and the dramatic hills of Lizzy’s Derbyshire, this is both an engaging travelogue and a practical companion for fans who want to explore the series locations for themselves. Inside you’ll find: • Descriptions of each visitable filming site • Clear directions, maps and walking routes • Colour photographs throughout • History, behind-the-scenes notes and fascinating facts • Suggested itineraries and accommodation tips • Extra ideas for Jane Austen–related stops along the way Locations featured include: Longbourn • Meryton • Darcy’s ‘Cambridge’ • Netherfield Park • Netherfield ballroom • Rosings Park • Hunsford Parsonage • Gardiners’ London residence • Hursts’ London residence • Georgiana’s near-elopement by the sea • Darcy’s search for Lydia and Wickham • Their London church • The inn at Lambton • The Peak District and Lizzy’s Derbyshire • Pemberley (interior and exterior) Oona is a freelance harpist; Richard is a retired geography teacher and photographer. United by their love of Jane Austen in both book and screen, they spent two years planning the ultimate ‘P&P’ pilgrimage, a journey they finally completed over sixteen wonderful spring days in 2022. Now, they invite you to experience it too. Perfect for fans of the 1995 BBC Pride and Prejudice , Jane Austen enthusiasts, literary travellers, history lovers and anyone longing for a little Regency escapism.

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